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AaronScottDC

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Oh, My, God!!!! Don't even get me started, OneFinger. In fact, your name would do just about fine right now.

 

First, let me say how frickin' cold it is in DC right now! We are having high's in the 20's and lows around 10 degrees. I know, I know, compared with most of the northern areas, these temps are just plain wimpy. But, considering that we have been experiencing one of the warmest January's on record, with temps in the high 50's and 60's, it is a complete and total shock to my fragile little system! And, to make matters worse, I did spend Xmas and New Year's on the sunny beach in Rio, so I am hating life even more right now.

 

Secondly, as anyone who lives in DC knows, like 8 inauguration balls are being held at the new convention center on Thursday night. Guess where I live? A couple of blocks away from the damned thing! So, they are already starting to shut off streets and limit access to all the areas around the convention center. They even wanted to remove all of the resident's cars for several streets surrounding the convention center so that the limos would have someplace to park on Thursday night. Luckily, my neighborhood organization rallied around and got that idea shot down. I'm sure that the limos will park in the residential areas anyway, though.

 

Third, and this one really pisses me off, for the first time in several decades, the Bush administration is refusing to pay for all of the extra security, street closures, ect. that the DC metropolitan police have to do in order to hold this friggin' parade and all of the balls. That is total bullshit. If he wants all the special pomp and circumstance, then he should have to foot the bill for it, too. It is his inauguration, and over 90% of DC residents did not vote for him, afterall.

 

Finally, I don't even want to think about what this city will be like for the next couple of days. Last time, in 2000, you couldn't swing a dead cat without hitting some big haired chick in a white fur coat, wearing leather boots and a cowboy hat, riding around hanging out of the window of some SUV limo. Very, very tacky. I shudder to think about what it will be like this time.

 

My only hope is for a really big snowstorm to wipe out the whole thing. Unfortunately, I don't think that will happen. Oh well, maybe there will be some really good protests, instead. Now, where did I put my very large sign reading "Less Bush, More Dick!" from the last inaugural parade....?

 

 

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OneFinger Mentor

OneFinger

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With the upcoming inauguration I've read that life in DC has changed drastically. There's talk of blocked off roads, police on every corner, numerous security checkpoints, and armored vehicles dotted in strategic locations.

 

For those in the DC area, how is your life impacted? Is access worse now or just about the same as other inaugurations? Are the gay hang outs almost deserted or are people going there just out of protest? Have things changed on the Metro or is it travel as usual?

 

I actually heard that government workers are being told to stay home and some people have left the area entirely to avoid the hassle.

 

I really don't want this to turn into a political or flame-throwing thread. I just curious to hear how the city changes during major events.

deej Grand Master

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But Aaron, you could wander out to NoVA to a cheap motel and not even notice the goings-on going on.

 

Inaugurations tightened down that city even when I was involved, 20 years ago. But it only really affects the center of the city. Damn poor luck that's right where you live! :-(

 

(Well, OK, I can imagine the 14th street bridge is locked down too since they bring the whole parade across that during staging.)

 

Pray for extreme cold and maybe they'll cancel the outdoor ceremonies like they did for Reagan's 2nd.

 

What always amazed me was how quickly the whole mess just evaporates after it's over.

Axiom2001 Grand Master

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I'm in sympathy with the citizens of the District who are being severely inconvenienced by this shing ding, but am immensely appalled at the dollar figure that's being assessed to the District's citizens-- some $40 mil.

 

And aint it criminal that the events are costing some $100+ mil? Think about how these private funds could go to helping REAL people-- here as well as abroad!

 

I know this doesn't address Onefinger's concern, but I was loath to write but could not help myself!

 

Cutie, Aaaron, will you write a few days ;later about the impact of this insanity on the citizens within your area as well (if possible) as in DC proper!

eastbayguy Enthusiast

eastbayguy

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>Well, tonight, I had the pleasure of meeting up with one of

>the many people in town for the inauguration festivities.

>Wow. These people really, really scare me. Truly amazing.

 

Not to pry to much, but was this encounter, uh, business or social?

 

Either way, I'd be curious to hear just what it was that was scary.

 

--EBG

OneFinger Mentor

OneFinger

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Aaron, your initial reply is a classic!! I passed it around the office today and some people were laughing so hard they were crying.

 

You really captured the essence of the upcoming circus. Can hardly wait for the next installment.

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